Dorman 557-001 expansion plug kit for the 1995-1999 Chevrolet K1500 V8 5.0L and other vehicles supplies plugs that close off openings in the engine. The kit is also called an engine expansion plug kit.
- 15 steel expansion plugs in the kit
- 5 pipe plugs in the kit
- Replaces original plugs that have failed from wear
- Made from quality components for reliable performance and a long service life
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 557-001 expansion plug kit
- Also called: engine expansion plug kit
- Fits: 1995-1999 Chevrolet K1500 V8 5.0L and other vehicles
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Seepage or wet marks around a plug can mean the plug has worn out, though a loose pipe fitting or a leaking gasket nearby can leave the same marks, so trace the source before replacing anything. This listing is one kit, and each vehicle takes one.
Fits
This steel plug kit is a direct replacement for the 1997-1999 Chevrolet C1500 V8 5.0L and the 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe V8 5.7L. Its plugs are designed to match the originals on the years, makes and models it is listed for.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Expansion plugs per kit: 15
- Pipe plugs per kit: 5
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 kit
Build and materials
- Type: expansion plug kit
- Material: steel
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
15 expansion plugs and 5 pipe plugs.
Interchange: PE-100 · 381-4011 · 381-8007
359899S · 376301S · 376635S · F1AZ6026C · F6AZ6026CA · 3704158 · 8942030850 · 9126260050
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
359899S, 376301S, 376635S, F1AZ6026C, F6AZ6026CA, 3704158, 8942030850, 9126260050, PE-100, 381-4011, 381-8007
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Dorman 557-001 kit fit a 1997-1999 Chevrolet C1500 V8 5.0L?
Yes. Dorman 557-001 is listed for the 1997-1999 Chevrolet C1500 V8 5.0L and the 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe V8 5.7L. If your car is not named here, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this Dorman expansion plug kit include pipe plugs?
Yes. Dorman 557-001 contains 15 expansion plugs and 5 pipe plugs.
What material are the plugs in this expansion plug kit?
The kit is listed as a steel expansion plug kit, with 15 expansion plugs and 5 pipe plugs.
How can I tell if an expansion plug is leaking?
With the engine off and cool, look for wet spots, staining or seepage around the plug. If the source is unclear, a shop can pinpoint it.
Is 381-4011 a number this kit replaces?
Yes. 381-4011 is on the Interchange line for Dorman 557-001, along with PE-100 and 381-8007.
